Garden Rice Recipe
Make Garden Rice Recipe in just 45m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Grains
Vegetables
Herbs and Spices
Liquid
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Rice
Rinse the long grain white rice under cold water until the water runs clear. This helps remove excess starch and prevents the rice from becoming gummy.
- 2
Cooking
- 3
Sauté the Garlic and Vegetables
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant. Add the diced carrot, bell pepper, and zucchini. Cook for 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
- 4
Add Rice and Broth
Stir in the rinsed rice, frozen green peas, vegetable broth, salt, black pepper, and dried oregano. Bring the mixture to a boil.
- 5
Simmer
Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet, and let it simmer for 18-20 minutes, or until the rice is cooked and has absorbed most of the liquid.
- 6
Add Spinach and Finish
Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the chopped spinach and fresh parsley. Let it sit, covered, for an additional 5 minutes to allow the spinach to wilt.
Serving
- 7
Serve Warm
Fluff the rice with a fork and serve warm. Enjoy your Garden Rice as a side dish or a light main course.
